Thai PM: 'I don't agree with recreational use' of cannabis
Thailand's cannabis industry projected to be worth up to $1.2 bln over the next few years with thousands of businesses in tourist hot spots.
Fri Sep 15 2023
Kedah APM identifies 38 locations at risk of water surge
Kedah Civil Defence Force has identified recreational areas and rivers in 10 districts at risk of water surge and mud flood incidents.
Wed Jul 05 2023
Bodies of two sisters who drowned at Tg Buloh beach found
The victim's father said his family of six had come to the beach for recreational activities in conjunction with Labour Day holiday.
Tue May 02 2023
Switzerland tries slow-mo cannabis revolution
Switzerland is now experimenting with decriminalising recreational cannabis, with the drug now available in some Basel pharmacies.
Tue Mar 28 2023
Two varsity students drown during picnic at Sg Chiling
Two students of a private university were found drowned during a recreational outing at Sungai Chiling in Peretak, Kuala Kubu Bharu today.
Fri Dec 30 2022
Ballooning use of laughing gas in Europe is no joke, drugs agency says
The recreational use of nitrous oxide, also known as "laughing gas", is on the rise in Europe among young people.
Tue Nov 22 2022
Malaysia has much to offer in halal economy, other areas in Muslim world - Mustapa
Mustapa said the nation currently leads in Islamic finance, halal food, Muslim-friendly travel, and media and recreation sectors.
Wed Oct 19 2022
Madrasah student drowns in Langkawi
A student of a madrasah in Banting was found drowned in the river at the Lubuk Semilang Forest Recreation Park in Langkawi today.
Mon Oct 03 2022
SAR operation at Gunung Senyum called off due to non-existent victim
The SAR operation to locate a man who had gone missing in the Gunung Senyum Recreational Forest in Temerloh was called off today after it was believed that the 'victim' was non-existent.
Fri Sep 30 2022
No recreational use of cannabis in Malaysia - Khairy
Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin today assured that the government will not allow recreational use of cannabis in Malaysia.
Wed Aug 24 2022
Pot-smoking tourists not welcome in Thailand, says health minister
Thailand's health minister discouraged tourists from visiting the country only to smoke weed.
Wed Aug 17 2022
Recreational fear: Can watching horror movies help us overcome our anxieties?
"Recreational fear," similar to experiences sought out by thrillseekers, and they can help us find the courage to face everyday life.
Sun Aug 07 2022
Teenager feared drowned after being swept away by strong currents
A male teenager is feared drowned while three others have survived after they were swept by currents while bathing at the Pasir Puteri recreation area in Sungai Lembing today.
Fri May 06 2022
Sporting, recreational activities allowed without restrictions from tomorrow - KBS
KBS announced today that all sports and recreational activities are now allowed without restrictions including vaccination status and time limit effective tomorrow.
Sat Apr 30 2022
Sports and recreational sector now fully open - Ahmad Faizal
Sports and recreational activities can now be fully implemented in line with the Transition to Endemic phase which begins today, says Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Faizal Azumu.
Fri Apr 01 2022
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024